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Maui Invitational - Purdue vs Marquette Final: 78-75 - Recap
Zach Edey scored 28 points and added 15 rebounds for a double-double, leading Purdue over Marquette, 78-75, on Wednesday at SimpliFI Arena at Stan Sheriff Center.
Purdue won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.5-point spread as favorites.
Purdue got 18 points from Braden Smith and another 11 points from Lance Jones. Braden Smith contributed 5 assists, while Zach Edey cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Marquette got 22 points from Tyler Kolek in a losing cause and another 17 points from Kam Jones. Tyler Kolek contributed 6 assists for them, while Tyler Kolek had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Purdue were victorious, as the score was 45-34 at the break.
Purdue won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 32-23.
Purdue looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Texas Southern. Marquette will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Southern.